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Do you know your state's official nickname? Here's the history behind all 50.
USA TODAY via Yahoo News· 1 year agoAmerican students learned the basics of the state they call home in elementary school – its capital,...
See how New Jersey narrowly escaped being known as 'the Egg State'
The Bergen Record via Yahoo News· 3 months agoWhen New Jersey lawmakers announced a bipartisan effort to stamp "Garden State" on license plates 70...
What is your state's official flower? Here's a list of the state flower for all 50 US states
USA TODAY via Yahoo News· 1 year agoThere are many ways to show state pride; from knowing the nicknames and mottos or birds and...
State birds across America: See every state bird across the United States
USA TODAY via Yahoo News· 10 months agoFrom state nicknames and state songs to state flowers and mammals, the United States is full of...
State mottos across America: Full list of the slogans for all 50 states, plus DC
USA TODAY via Yahoo News· 1 year agoEvery state is different, and each distinguishes itself by its natural landmarks, attractions and...
Lawsuit alleges decades of child sex abuse at Illinois juvenile detention centers statewide
Associated Press via Yahoo News· 2 weeks agoChild sexual abuse at Illinois juvenile detention centers was pervasive and systemic for decades,...
‘Forever chemicals’ found in water systems serving millions: GAO
The Hill via Yahoo News· 2 years ago“Forever chemicals” have been identified in water systems that serve about 9.5 million people in...
The 27 Weirdest Town Names Ever Put on the Map
Bob Vila via Yahoo News· 9 months agofirehouse in rough and ready california Across the United States there are towns that are remarkable for their storied namesakes. From accidents to...
The state flag for all 50 states: See the state flags (plus D.C.) and the meaning behind each.
USA TODAY via Yahoo News· 1 year agoWhile most Americans are familiar with the stars and stripes of the U.S. flag, others may not know...
Here’s What We Know About Sam Bankman-Fried’s Political Donations
Time via Yahoo News· 1 year agoSamuel Bankman-Fried, founder and CEO of FTX, testifies during a hearing of the Senate Committee on...